Family Holidays in Abruzzo with Children

Abruzzo is one of Italy’s most rewarding regions for family holidays: clean sea, national parks teeming with wildlife, fine sandy beaches and family-friendly hotels with dedicated services.

Why choose Abruzzo with children

Abruzzo has three national parks within 100 km of the coast: Gran Sasso, Maiella and Abruzzo-Lazio-Molise. Children can swim in the Adriatic in the morning and spot Marsican bears in the afternoon. The Adriatic beaches are shallow and safe, the sand fine and soft.

The best beaches for children

Roseto degli Abruzzi has 11 km of beaches with shallow water and a safe promenade with a cycle path. Pineto is within a Nature Reserve with crystal-clear water and a shady pine forest. Giulianova has a working fishing harbour — watching the fishermen unload their catch is a unique educational experience.

Parks and nature: family experiences

Abruzzo National Park is home to the Marsican bear, the Apennine wolf and the Abruzzo chamois. Pescasseroli (90 min from Roseto) organises guided family outings. Campo Imperatore on the Gran Sasso is reachable by cable car: easy hikes, stargazing sessions and alpine wildlife.

Family hotels in Roseto degli Abruzzi

Roseto offers the finest family properties on the Adriatic coast: qualified Mini Clubs, pools with slides, children’s menus and spacious family rooms. Every hotel in our selection is verified for the quality of services dedicated to younger guests.

Practical tips

• Best season: June and the first week of September for the sea; July–August for full entertainment programmes.
• A car is essential for inland trips; Roseto’s beaches are also reachable by train.
• Temperatures: 28–32°C in July, refreshing sea breezes at night.

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